Step 3 of 7 · Grow Microgreens on the Counter
Cover with a second tray or lid — total darkness for 2–4 days
Cover with a second tray or lid — total darkness for 2–4 days — step 3 of 7 in Grow Microgreens on the Counter. Place an inverted tray or a piece of cardboard directly on top, resting on the seeds (light weight is fine — it encourages straight stems).
Free gardening tip: Cover with a second tray or lid — total darkness for 2–4 days (step 3 of 7 from "Grow Microgreens on the Counter").
Place an inverted tray or a piece of cardboard directly on top, resting on the seeds (light weight is fine — it encourages straight stems). Store in a warm spot (18–24°C). Kitchen counter is perfect.
Mist once or twice daily by lifting the cover. The surface should stay moist but not pooling. If you see standing water, you over-sprayed — tilt and drain. Seeds should sprout white or pale yellow in 1–3 days depending on variety.
You'll need
- Tray covered — no light leaks
- Mist 1–2× daily
- No standing water
- Sprouts visible by day 2–3
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